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COVER: Sunrise at Justin St Camping, Courtesty Mike Collinson THE ROLLINGSTONE RAG: Is a free publication produced by the Rollingstone & District Community Association Incorporated with news and information for residents and visitors to Rollingstone, Balgal Beach, Mystic Sands, Crystal Creek, Paluma, Mutarnee, Bluewater, Toomulla and surrounding suburbs in North Queensland, Australia. EDITOR: August Edition: Jennifer Greene EMAIL: rollingstonerag@bigpond.com TEL: 47707 799 ONLINE: https://issuu.com/rollingstonerag/ docs For permission to reprint any part of this publication, contact the editor. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Rollingstone & District Community Association Incorporated.
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EQUIPMENT HIRE RATES The Community Association has the following items available for hire. All prices include GST.
RURAL TRANSACTION CENTRE Internet Access ............................ $2/hour (or part of) FREE for Students doing school projects and FREE for Job Seekers. Printing & Photocopying (Black & White) A4 Single Sided .........................................10¢ / page A4 Double Sided .......................................20¢ / page A4 50 or more off 1 original .....................05¢ / page A3 Single Sided .........................................20¢ / page A3 Double Sided .......................................40¢ / page A3 50 or more off 1 original .....................10¢ / page Colour Photocopying A3 or A4 .................50¢ / page Printing from Computer Black & White ...........................................20¢ / page Colour .............................................$1 / page Scanning & Printing (B&W). .................................50¢ / page Fax
First page ................................... $1.10 incl. GST) Consecutive pages ............................ $0.55incl. GST)
Laminating
Business Card .............................. .50¢ A4 ............................. $1.10 (incl. GST) A3 ............................. $2.20 (incl. GST)
Room Hire
1/2 Day ......................... $20 incl. GST) Evening ........................ $20 (incl. GST)
Tables ................................................. $5.50 each Chairs .................................................. $0.55 each Eskies................................................. $11.00 each Cold Room* per day or part thereof ..........$55.00 Chip Cooker* per day or part thereof ........$15.00 Cold room, Bain Marie and Chip Cooker are fixtures
Cots and high chairs, wheelchairs, over-toilet seats and walkers available for loan at no charge.
HALL HIRE Price on application All large functions ....................................$330.00 (includes the use of all hall facilities with the exception of cold room and chip cooker)
Note: Pick up of hire tables and chairs is between 8am and 2pm Monday to Friday only unless by prior arrangement with staff. For more information regarding the Hall and Equipment Hire please call the Centre Manager on 4770 7855
Important document scanning ............................... $5.00
CENTRELINK ACCESS POINT AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE Centrelink provides phone, fax, copier and computer access for individuals wanting to access Centrelink services. To make a claim or an enquiry please make use of the equipment and services available through the Access Point. Limited Medicare services also available.
PARCEL COLLECTION SERVICE If anyone in the community would like a parcel picked up in Townsville and delivered to your gate. Call Chris at the Community Centre on 47707 855 to arrange. Collections are available weekly on Thursdays only. COST is only
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ROLLINGSTONE & DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION To find out what’s happening in the Community. Like and follow us on Facebook where you’ll find all the up to date information.
THE BOOK STATION At the Community Centre
Monday to Friday
9-3pm
VISITING VET PROTOCOL The Community Association requests that when attending the vet clinic at the Community Centre, that you please take a seat and wait your turn regardless of the nature of your visit. It has come to our attention that on several occasions certain people have queue jumped as they say they are only wanting scripts filled for tablets. Please be advised that many of those patiently waiting are also only wanting scripts filled.
Simply this is Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with others that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for Alcoholics Anonymous membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for Alcoholics Anonymous Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
Board Games Played on the third Tuesday of each month between 2-4pm at the Hall. Scrabble, Mahjong, Yahtzee and MORE!!! Bring along your favourite game if you want or play with any of our games!
$2 for an afternoon of fun with like minded people.
INDOOR CARPET BOWLS At The Community Centre Wednesday Mornings 9-11.30am only $2.50 This is a FUN activity and is guaranteed to be a winner!! All skill levels & all age groups. Just turn up and see how much fun you will have!
membership. We are self supporting through our own contributions. Alcoholics Anonymous is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organisation or institution, does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses or opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. If you or someone you know have a problem with alcohol, please contact Alcoholics Anonymous on 4771 5411 or come to a meeting Monday nights 7pm at Rollingstone Rural Transaction Centre…….Phone: 4771 5411
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Remember to send us your contributions for this page. Any news or items of interest are most welcome. Email your ideas, put them in the drop box at the back of the hall or leave them with Chris or Mark at the RTC.
AUGUST REMINDERS • Balgal Beach Temporary change of hours for Balgal Beach Pharmacy
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Natalie & Robert Pace Open Garden Fundraising event 28th August. See page 19 for details
Rollingstone Pineapple Festival 11 September
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See page 25 Follow on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ rollingstonefestival
Markets—7 Aug Seniors Plant Display in the hall—7 Aug, see pg. 16 BINGO—14 Aug 12.30pm Op Shop open on Saturday— 7 & 21 Aug 9-12pm Vet—19 Aug Mobile Library—11 & 25 Aug, see pg. 26
BALGAL BEACH MARKET Lots of Stalls Next Market SATURDAY 7th AUGUST 2021 Thursday, August 12th @ 9am
8am–1pm The Esplanade, Balgal Beach
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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS Service
Number
All Emergency Calls (including Police, Fire, Ambulance and for reporting fallen powerlines)
000
Townsville Local Disaster Management Group Local Disaster Coordination Centre (only activated during declared emergencies)
1800 738 541
Townsville State Emergency Service (SES) - Tarping/Branches down
13 25 00
Queensland Police Service - Police Link (Non life-threatening calls)
13 14 44
Queensland Ambulance Service (Non lifethreatening calls)
13 12 33
Townsville City Council (includes Emergency After Hours, Flood information, Dengue outbreaks, Sun safety information)
13 48 10
Ergon Energy—Loss of Supply and Emergencies
13 16 70
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, IT IS VITAL THAT YOU TUNE INTO YOUR LOCAL RADIO STATION
BE FIRE AWARE and BE PREPARED Help Keep our Community Safe Stay up to date with current fire restrictions:
Origin Energy—Natural Gas and LPG Gas Emergencies - leaks only
1800 808 526
North Regional Gas—LPG Gas Emergencies
07 4774 5111
https://www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au or https:// www.qfes.qld.gov.au
Telstra
13 22 03
Rural Fire Brigade Rollingstone/Hencamp: Raymond Pace: 4770 7285 / 0427 116 604
Optus
13 13 44
Fire Warden: Rob Pratt: 0407 634 361
Townsville Hospital and Health Service
07 4433 1111
Department of Transport and Main Roads (Road Closures)
13 19 40
Translating and Interpreting Service
13 14 50
Call from anywhere in Australia—24 hours/7 days
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Social Distancing Every Sunday Check Diary for days and times
Please be advised that all groups and events at the R&D Community Centre are held under strict COVID-19 & Social Distancing Rules 7:30am Catholic Mass at Com/Centre
11&25 Aug
5,12,19,26 Aug
Linedancing, Indoor Bowls, Weight Circuit, Monday & Thursday Cards
19 August
7 August
Balgal Beach Market 9am-12pm
12 August
7 August
Seniors Plant Display in the hall
17 August
14 August
1pm Bingo @ Community Hall
5,12,20,27 August
10 August
Craft Group – Open to all interested parties. BYO Craft - 2nd Tuesday of the month 1.30pm-4pm at the Hall
Unfortunately the Masquerade Mask painting workshop did not go ahead this school holiday due to the latest lockdown. We are planning to present this workshop one weekend during the school term. This will be announced when the date and time is organised. Thank you, Bob J for all your work with the Bus. Bob has spent a considerable amount of his time giving the bus some TLC. Very much appreciated, Bob. GKC Shed Erectors – I would like to thank Gavin and Kim for donating their expertise, time and equipment to a little project to help out the schools and the Association. Your generosity is absolutely wonderful. Thank you never seems enough. Through the Townsville City Council’s Councillor’s Discretionary Funds account the Association was given the opportunity to purchase an Automatic Weather Station (AWS) which has been installed in Turnberry Court. A big THANK YOU GOES OUT to Margie Ryder and TCC for approving the grant application; Graham M for providing a location to install the AWS and to Brian K for planting the AWS pole and to Mario T for setting up the system to work through the Weather Underground Site: https:// www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/IBALGA19. With the AWS in the Mystic Sands location and the others dotted around the community a clearer view of the weather at Balgal Beach can be gained.
11.30am Mobile Library (two bin day) Notch Mobile Playgroup 9:30am at the hall. 9am Margaret the Vet - Text 0403262212 Peta Hairdresser @ RTC (only once a month now) Board Games – 3rd Tuesday of the Month Scrabble is only 1 game played – come and learn new board games or bring your favourite Rollingstone Bus – Each Thursday – leaving the hall at 8am – bookings essential.
28 August
Natalie & Robert Pace’s Open Garden Fundraising for Cancer Council.
29 August
(TBC) Acrylic Painting Workshop
Grief and Loss can and will affect everybody in their lives. A true statement. Grief comes from all manner of hurts – loss of a loved one, injury or illness, negative experiences that end up putting your life on hold - only to name a few. As per the invitation in this August’s Rolly Rag a Peer Support Group is being organised to bring together those living with grief to meet others who understand and are supportive. The first gathering is scheduled for 24 August at 9.30am. Please, no one needs to suffer alone. The Carboot Sale hasn’t happened as I write this so I will enjoy reading about its success in August’s Rolly Rag. Natalie and Robert Pace will be opening their garden up for an Open Garden Day on 28 August. 16 Balgal Beach Road the first driveway on the left on the Balgal Beach Road after the big bends. This day is supporting the Cancer Council To those not too well – hope you feel better soon; everyone celebrating a birthday or special event – have a great time. I will be on leave from COB Thursday 15 July until 2 August. Mark will be manning the RTC and the RTC will be closing at 1pm daily until I return. If something urgent crops up in the afternoons please call the Association President Sue Von Wald on 0407753562. Look after yourself……………you are the only one who can. Cheers, Chris
Stroke is always a medical EMERGENCY The faster you get to hospital for treatment for stroke, the better your chance of making a good recovery. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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Seniors Enquiry Line is a state-wide information and referral service for Queensland seniors, families, friends, grandparents and carers. We can help you with concessions, social activities, household assistance, retirement accommodation, financial and legal matters, health, education, transport and many other issues. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
Supporting Queensland Grandparents
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INGHAM MEALS ON WHEELS for your community with your community Meals on Wheels is a Community Service to people who are frail, aged, disabled, recovering from hospitalisation, a major illness, surgery, or who are unable to prepare a meal or shop for themselves. The purpose of the meals service is to assist people and enable them to live comfortably in their own homes. Our Service includes soup, main course and dessert. An alternate option, is offering of a frozen meal selection, which would be based in your community and could possibly be delivered to your door. We deliver healthy meals to clients' homes to not only ensure their nutritional requirements are being met, but to provide regular social contact and a friendly check to see all is well. The Community spirit that defines Meals on Wheels encompassing respect, care and teamwork is shared between clients, volunteers and staff, who keep the service running from cooks to drivers, coordinators, administrators to fundraisers. Helping people to stay in their homes is at the heart of what we do. Meals on Wheels clients pay a fee for each meal delivered to their door. Every effort is made to keep meals as affordable as possible, particularly as many recipients are on a pension.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: Ingham Meals on Wheels 3 Gedge Street, INGHAM QLD 4850 Ph: 07 4776 3078 Email: inghammow@bigpond.com Monday, Wednesday & Fridays 9:00am - 3:00pm
TOWNSVILLE DEMENTIAL SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS—WELCOME TO 2021 DATE: 2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH TIME: 11:15am – 12:30pm LOCATION: Heatley Community Centre (Cnr Fulham Road & Lindeman Avenue, Heatley) Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
If you would like to know more about dementia or the support group phone Eileen on 0410 039 692 MORNING TEA PROVIDED COST: $5.00
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BLUEWATER MEDICAL PRACTICE 2 PURONO PARKWAY, PURONO PARK
BALGAL BEACH MEDICAL PRACTICE 104-138 Mystic Avenue Balgal Beach
Tel: 47707 244 Fax: 47707 100 Email: manager@balgalmedical.com.au Monday to Friday 8.00a.m. to 4.00p.m. Open Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Saturday 8.30am to 1pm Tel: 07 4778 6444 OR you can book ONLINE via our website www.bluewatermedical.com General Practitioners and Allied Health Services
FLU & COVID-19 VACCINATIONS AVAILABLE NOW. Appointments are necessary.
TRANSFER STATION
Attending Doctors: Dr Vladimir Hasa Dr Olga Hasa Dr Diana Hopkins Dr Lucia Rajnoch Dr Clyton Banya
Domestic Waste and Recyclables Only No Bulky Items No Furniture or Rubber Tyres
GREEN WASTE/ WHITEGOODS/ METALS/ ELECTRONIC WASTE AND FLORESCENT TUBES ARE FREE
TOOMULLA
Saturday Only 7.30am - 4.30pm
BLUEWATER
Saturday & Sunday 7.30am - 4.30pm
Allied Health:
Physiotherapy - Free Movement Physio Dietitian - Fuel your Life Pathology: Wednesday 8.30am-12noon
At Balgal Beach Medical Centre Every third Saturday of the Month
21st August 2021
For all other appointments and dental emergencies, we welcome you to your dental home at MYTOOTHDOCTOR TM Family, Paediatric and Special Care Dentistry Bushland Beach Medical Centre and Aitkenvale Family Health Centre). www.mytoothdoctor.com.au T 07 4751 8999 Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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Your Local Community Pharmacy Bluewater
Healthsave Pharmacy
2 Purono Parkway, Yabulu 4818
Balgal Beach Healthsave Pharmacy 114 Mystic Avenue, Balgal Beach 4816
PH: 07 4770 7400 FAX: 07 4770 7399
PH: 07 4778 6233 FAX: 07 4778 6733 8.30am – 6pm Monday – Friday 8.30am – 1pm Saturday
FREE Blood Pressure Checks
8.30am – 5pm Monday – Friday 8.30am – 12pm Saturday
*Hire Equipment
Blister Packaging for your medicines *Ear Piercing
*Full Prescription Service
*NDSS Agent – Diabetes Supplies *Delivery available for those in need
*Faulding Vitamins
MLE – Making Life Easy (Large range of Home Healthcare aids)
Pharmacy Choice Brand Products (Quality product made affordable with 100% money back guarantee). Easy parking available
A big Thank – you to our local community. We know all the changes from the Queensland Government have been challenging. We are here to help you if you have questions with the Check – In QLD App or questions regarding the COVID vaccine. It is OK to feel overwhelmed and it is OK for you to ask questions.
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COMMUNITY PROJECT TO HELP ENVIRONMENT & KIDS
Enquiries to Sue— 041 000 8082
DROP into the PINK WHEELIE BIN
…. Thank you! Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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NEWS It is with much sorrow that I have to tell those who remember her that we’ve lost another of “our tribe” with the passing of Val Diehm. Valerie Dawn lived here for many years – she was the most generous and the kindest of women, a hard-worker and busy all the time – mostly helping others and laughing lots. She brought much joy into our lives and although we missed her badly when she left here, we could still speak with her. Now we’ll miss her more so. Vale Val….. Bob Richardson hasn’t had good health recently and had a stint in hospital. However, he’s home now enjoying renewed and improved health which is great news. Prayers going his way.
Chrissie and Mark, and “vollies” Michael Fitzpatrick, Deb & Bob Calder, Terry Saunders, and Linda Cleaver for stepping up and doing stuff over and above what was expected. •
Been plugging along this past month on mostly admin-type work. Only a couple of physical items to attend to, organise, and prepare for but otherwise, keeping our collective heads down working hard doing what we hope we do well.
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Looking forward during August to the formative gathering of our Grief and Loss Group, so please come along if you’re interested or can offer support, comfort and/or solace; or you know of someone who needs succour whom you can bring along.
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We will also do another Markets Bus Trip during August (15th) and then September will see our AGM, and the Pineapple Festival – for starters.
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Our AGM is scheduled for Thursday, Septr. 9th @ 7pm. We will formalise our Op Shop Building Fund at this meeting.
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The newly-installed Weather Station is up and running effectively in beautiful down-town (central) Mystic. In a few short weeks, it has already proved its worth and confirms the fact that Mystic gets most of the local rain and is also that tiny bit cooler than the rest of town.
Maureen Ryan has not been in the best of health. Our best wishes to her for a great improvement. Bernice Ivett and John O’Kane are both recovering from knee surgery. We wish them both a speedy recovery. On a happier note, we welcome and congratulate New Baby Boy Pace (his name is Remy) on his arrival into our world. No doubt Dad, Rian, and Mum, Samantha, deserve congratulations also. It certainly appears that the Pace dynasty continues apace (pardon the pun) with the new generation making their mark on this world with Fletcher and Elsie, son and daughter of Hayden and Caitlin now being joined by Remy. At time of submission of this column, we were unaware of anyone else who is or has been ill, injured, debilitated, or laid up due to surgery. We hope this is so throughout our distribution area and that we are a reasonably healthy lot. •
The Car Boot Sale had more Vendors than patrons, I think – just jesting! But, the weather was great and everyone seemed to be enjoying the day which is the main objective. However, we will trim the sails of the next one because we have no desire to feature in the Guinness Book of Records; so, for the sanity of all those responsible for making the day work, I will advise now that it definitely won’t be as big. However, for all their monumental efforts, I’d like to thank particularly
You might like to try this: https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/easy-pineapplesquares-recipe/hhrw8j9a REMEMBER: A VOTE is not a Valentine – you aren’t confessing your love for the candidate. A VOTE is a chess move for the world you want to live in! Live well, love much, laugh often................ “Sancho Panza”
WILDLIFE CARERS ROLLINGSTONE, BALGAL BEACH and surrounds GAYE LOVELL: WALLABIES, KANGAROOS and BIRDS……4770 7356 / 0412 965 535 CHRIS GREEN: POSSUMS 0402 084 588 Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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THE HISTORY OF ROLLINGSTONE / BALGAL BEACH / MYSTIC SANDS — PART II Local History as described by Trish Cronin During WWII, with the threat of invasion and the extension of the war in the Pacific brought many changes to this region. American troops set up ordinance depots at Kurukan (Leichhardt Creek) covering an area of 26 square miles. Rollingstone was used by the 7th Infantry Brigade with troops training in the Paluma Ranges before deployment to Milne Bay. NOROFRCE patrolled the beachfront areas from Bohle to Palm Creek and gun placements were located on the foreshores. A Radar Station was located at Paluma and a Coastwatch house was positioned on the hillside opposite what is now the Rollingtone Hotel and BP garage and was manned day and night. It was from this area that Japanese aircraft were spotted heading for Townsville. Balgal Beach underwent many changes and the beachside property of the Howitson family was taken over by the military. The property now forms part of the Mystic Sands area and Howitson Drive is named after the family.
A Cenotaph was built in Rollingstone by the Lions Club and dedicated in 1997 to the members of the community who served in all Theatres of War and to the 7th Infantry Brigade. A Memorial Wall is located by the Cenotaph. On the beach front at Balgal, another Memorial was built by the Rollingstone RSL to hold Services on ANZAC Day and other days of remembrance. The park at Rollingstone was named Vincent Bush Parker Memorial Park to honour a WWII pilot. His family worked for the Railway and were stationed at Purono Park. Vincent worked for Kodak in Townsville but left to join a circus which eventually saw him in Britain. He joined the Royal Air Force and trained a a pilot on Spitfires. He was shot down in 1941 during the Battle of Britain and was rescued by the Germans and transferred to Colditz Prison for the duration of the war. On his release and return to Britain in 1946, Lieutenant Vincent “Bushy” Parker crashed while test flying aircraft and was killed.
DID YOU KNOW ? Two of Australia’s native animals, the Platypus and the Echidnas, are the only two mammals in the world that lay eggs to give birth. Echidnas and the platypus are the only egg-laying mammals, known as monotremes. The average lifespan of an echidna in the wild is estimated to be around 14–16 years. When fully grown, a female can weigh up to 4.5 kilograms (9.9 lb), and a male can weigh up to 6 kilograms (13 lb). The echidnas' sex can be inferred from their size, as males are 25% larger than females on average. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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THE ROLLINGSTONE SES GROUP URGENTLY NEED VOLUNTEERS!! Are you the type of person who takes a hands on approach to emergencies? The SES responds to many different types of activations as a result of disasters and emergencies. SES Volunteers are ’ordinary people doing extraordinary things.” If you would like to help, we will find a way to utilise your talents and expertise. For more information Visit your local SES HQ training night (2nd & 4th Wednesday each month). Call your Local Group Leader to find out more on 0418 194 876 Council offers FREE MICROCHIPPING to registered pets once a month. The event takes place at the Animal Care & Adoption Centre.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! CALL 13 48 10
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Properties selling off market! Plenty of genuine buyers. ROLLINGSTONE & DISTRICT LIONS CLUB INC. Welcome, The lions Clubs International motto is ‘We Serve.’ The concept of Lions is to offer resilience in our local Communities, Nationally and the greater community worldwide. Our new Rollingstone and District Lions Club, was reestablished after the original club became inactive through an aging membership and has continued the activity of servicing and strengthening our community for 14 years now, be it helping in our growing local community, assisting with support after natural disasters, humanitarian aid into Papua New Guinea and a small contribution through our Annual Dues to assist world- wide community support. Lions Australia is pleased to announce that in September 2022 the milestone of 75 years of Service in Australia, will be celebrated with an aim to have 75 commemorative gardens developed Nationally as a commitment to the environment and to offer improvement to local communities’ way of life. Here in Rollingstone/Balgal Beach, we would like to accept this as a project for the benefit of our whole community and seek ideas and input from the community. We have many keen gardeners locally and a commentative garden could be a point of interest for the whole community, somewhere where people could gather in a common interest of active gardening or just reflection.
To achieve this, we need to improve our fundraising that has been severely hindered by COVID over the past 18 months, seeking ways of helping people in our community and at the same time building our ability to offer lasting support. Years ago, when I was just a youngster the Scouts had a wonderful slogan call ’Bob a Job.’ I am not sure how much a ’Bob’ would equate to today, but I have been told that a volunteer’s value is considered around $25 per hour. Without affecting local trades people, we would like to offer our services for small jobs helping such as cleaning walkways or driveways, weeding, or gardening jobs that are getting out of hand this time of year, removing garden rubbish, cleaning fans etc. for a small donation around the $25 per hour mark. These jobs will make us all feel good about our properties and the funds will go towards our concept of a commemorative garden. If you would like to avail yourself of our services or would like to help as a ‘friend of the lions club’ in volunteering for our fundraising effort for this project or the concept of a commemorative garden just give a call on 0414808483 or email on john09255@gmail.com Cheers, John Holliday, Club Presiding Officer
Are you bushfire prepared? The bushfire season in Queensland runs from late July to February, and will vary within the state. The Fire Danger Rating (FDR) is an early indicator of potential danger and should act as your first trigger for action. When there’s a bushfire in your area, it’s up to you to take notice, seek information, make decisions and act. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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BALGAL BEACH BOATING & LEISURE CLUB G’Day all, Another good BBQ night, the food was excellent! The ladies’ desserts were worth dying for. TOP JOB LADIES. Also a top job done by the cooks, Alan and Geoff. WELL DONE GUYS. We played quoits with a difference. Each member played on their own and the highest score for one turn would be the winner but they could have as many turns as they wanted during the night to try for a bigger score. Geoff Ivett was top scorer and won the LOUNDS FRESH SEAFOOD VOUCHER. Good prize. It was Margie Humphries birthday the week before, so we all sang Happy Birthday to her and by coincidence she won the night’s LUCKY MEMBERS DRAW. She is a lovely lady also and Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
all present were very pleased for her. GOOD ON YA MARGIE! Our next BBQ night is our AGM, so please think about who to nominate. Nominations will also be taken from the floor. It is important that as many members as possible attend. So come along for a fun night on 8th August, 5.30pm at the Community Hall, Community Crescent. For more information call Linda 4770 7991. It will be another great night; we are going to play GOLF PUTTING after the election….LOTS OF LAUGHS. Visitors are always welcome. Meals are $10 per person, children under 12 are free. Members are always free. Take care and stay safe, regards from your Committee. 18
Every minute, every hour, every day. On average, one person is diagnosed with cancer every 20 minutes in Queensland. All of us know someone who is affected. Show you care by calling
1800 901 594. Donate. Volunteer. Connect. With your help we’re getting closer to a cancer free future.
2nd Saturday of Every Month! Next Sitting — 14TH AUGUST
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FISHERMAN’S LANDING FISHING & SOCIAL CLUB G’day everyone, and welcome to this month's edition of the Rolly Rag Report for the Fishing Club. We still have a few of our Members with wanderlust and are travelling around in their caravans. Most of them have come back now, including our esteemed President and his lady who arrived back last night. The travelling circle is becoming concentric circles – going round and round within Queensland due to restrictions around the country. The last Friday Night BBQ was held on Friday 25th June. A bit quieter that night with a number of members either away travelling, or other things on that night. I counted 22 members that fitted in either of those categories, which resulted in a quiet, but still very pleasant evening. Again thanks to our Cordon Bleu chefs, this time Richard and Geoff, who did a fantastic job on the tools. And also of course, to everyone who again helped out on the night, cooking, dishing up, packing away, buying the supplies, making salads, setting up etc. Due to minimal numbers on the night no raffle was held. Monthly Fishing Prizes – none of the winners were there on the night so prizes weren’t handed out. I won’t announce who those winners were, and hopefully they will be there at the next BBQ 30th July. Despite the lower than usual numbers, it was still another great social night. Next Monthly Function – we have organised a Camp Oven cook up for the night of 30th July. We will have around 10 camp ovens with various stews, curries, corned beef etc. This should be a great night so looking forward to it, and seeing as many people as we are able to have come along. Again I’d like to remind everyone that the Club puts on a courtesy bus for you all which is available to pick you up and take you home – you can then enjoy a few drinks at the BBQ. All you need to do is ring Kim on 0419387856 to book a seat on the bus. Markets – Most recent markets were held Saturday 3rd July. Whilst the number of people wandering through the markets didn’t appear to be all that busy, we had good feedback from stallholders, and again the Fishing Club BBQ brunch at the Markets was busy and basically sold out – again. MEMBERSHIPS – Annual Memberships are now due (as of 30th June) so I encourage you all to get your Memberships in to continue to take part in this vibrant Club, and avail of the benefits of your Membership.
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Existing Members have been emailed a Membership form. There are Blank Forms at the Landing, we will have plenty of forms at the next Friday Night Function. Last weekend at the Car Boot Sale Kim set up camp, and ably assisted by some of our Members, talked Membership of the Club to people in attendance, sold promotional material such as stubby coolers and coffee cups etc. Thank you to all those that helped out on the day, and hopefully will convert into some new members. AGM – AGM will be held on Friday Night 27th August, at 6pm, before our BBQ. It’s not that far away. You do need to be a paid up Member in order to vote, or to take on a Committee Position. Secretary Kim will be issuing formal notice of AGM very shortly, and we will be talking about positions available remembering all positions are vacated at the AGM. The Club held a Land Based Fishing Competition from Friday 9th July, 6pm until Saturday 10th July, 12noon. This was followed by presentation and sausage sizzle at The Landing, Balgal Beach. Congratulations go to our winners Diane Blanch and Kye Sharkey Each picked up $100 for their efforts. Young Kye is a mad keen fisherman, and it is great to see him get rewarded for his efforts. Tales of woe:• Gavin Love looks like with his knee injuryhe is out for the season, but expert medical advice tells me he should be clambering up on top of shed rooves in about a month or so. • President Graham was away recently, camping in his caravan, gave his leg a nick with a chain saw. The nick was nothing, but it became infected, which resulted in 5 days in a row having to go in to get a needle, as well as enough antibiotics that resulted in him rattling when he walked. Sick Report – Darren Haggarty is recovering from his back surgery. My spies tell me he has been able to get the boat out on the water so things are looking up.
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FISHING REPORT Giday folks , the last month has passed quicker than normal for some reason probably my age has something to do with it. We have had some excellent boating weather for a change allowing for outer reef trips and good catches of Coral Trout, Sweetlip and Nannygai, especially from Rib Reef and Britomart. The amount of shark bite offs is especially high and once they start you might as well move your position to another Bommie. A 100lb handline and a strong retrieval seems the best way of getting an entire fish on board. The islands have fished well this month with good reports coming in of Nannygai, Sweetlip, Coral Trout and Spanish Mackerel being boated around Acheron, Havanah and Fly Island area. Also Esk and Falcon islands, best bait being squid and mullet. Good catches of mackerel and GTs taken on Silver Spoons and red and white lures.
We still need someone to take the Rolly Rag article job on – its not very time consuming – about half an hour a month, as it won’t be long and the current scribe will be away for an extended period - Covid permitting. Any interested parties could let Graham know on 0428 416 060 or Kim on 0419 387 856. Check our Facebook page for up to date news: https://www.facebook.com/Fishermans- Landing-FishingSocial-Club-Balgal-Beach-inc For more information regarding our club please contact Graham 0428 416 060 or email: fishermanslandingfishingclub@gmail.com That's it for this month - tight lines and happy fishing. Spike.
Crabbing catches at Cattle, Olera, Crystal Creek, and Scrubby Creek are on the improve with crabs filling up on their flesh. which makes for a good feed. Feeling lucky? - have a try for the winter whiting and bream around the creek mouths and if you can’t locate and good yabby patches, have a try for the Mantis Prawns just south of the stinger net position . Just look for what looks like a yabby hole at low tide but should contain a Mantis Prawn which are excellent bait for whiting and bream or even the odd barra feeding close inshore early morning and evening. If you are going boating at night, keep a good lookout for whales in the bay area and around the islands and have a look at the regulations regarding whales and boats it may save you some strife. Well, that’s it for this month. remember you can leave your out of date flares and EPIRBS at the Landing for safe disposal. Safe boating and tight lines.
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MYSTIC SANDS GOLF CLUB INC What a big month July was ! Great to see so many visitors playing , staying and enjoying what Balgal Beach and its surrounds has to offer I know some local businesses got some rewards too and everyone has only had positive comments.
A huge thank you to all our sponsors especially our local companies, PACE Farming and Mow and Grow. Such events would not be possible without them. Thank you to Mick and his team for all the effort in course preparation, the bar and food team, and of course his family. Thanks to all the volunteers who put in a huge effort over the weeks to make it all such a success.
In early July, 68 ladies took to the course for the Ladies Open with Bev Suckling from Townsville winning the overall gross with 85. Great to see as Bev always supports local golf and is a worthy winner. Our own Ladies were amongst the prize winners with Shelley Barrett winning C Grade and Joan Johnston taking Nearest to the Pin. Well done girls. Winners celebrate Men’s Open Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th July at Mystic Sands Golf Resort
Mystic Sands Ladies Open winner Bev Suckling held 11th July with Major Sponsor Natalie Pace on behalf of Pace Farming
Special welcome to all the new members. We are looking forward to seeing you on the course over the next few months. Most of all stay safe and well and remember fresh air and exercise is great anytime. Have fun in the sun all year round, hit long but hit them straight. Gurdie
BOWLS REPORT
Thank you to the 40 plus Locals, Campers and Lions who competed and supported the inaugural Smallbon Cup on 15th July at Mystic Sands Golf Resort bowling green. A great night had The following weekend, a 36 hole, two day event for men by all. The sausage sizzle finale was very popular. The Cup was won by Lions Graeme Wegert, past president and the was held with 56 players. Scott Sibson of Home Greenkeeper, Reg Geritz . Special thanks to Lion ladies Hill (playing off plus 1 ) hit 153 Gross for the weekend Linda Cleaver and Irene Byrns for their hard work walking and won the over all gross result. Scott and many others the course, selling tickets in the meat tray raffle. The had nothing but praise for the course, club and effort winner was local Leo's co ordinator Shirley Muller. Thanks everyone put into making the events so successful. to Mick and family for their support. Wade was voted top Many of our members were amongst the winners taking barman by the group but I can only remember one person all the prizes in both B and C Grade. Big congratulations to behind the bar. Surprise voucher winners were our two Tony Richards; Winner B Grade with a 170 gross, Shane juniors from the Leo's. Well done young bowlers with a Edge; Winner B Grade with 145 gross, and Runner Up B big future. The fellowship and friendliness of the night is gross, Wayne Bulter. what Lions is all about. Another night of barefoot bowls will be organised soon for Lions. A special thank you to In C Grade, Brian Wilson 190 gross winner, Phil Thompson, Lion Bruce Smallbon for sponsoring the night and 195 gross runner up, Matt Farlow Best Nett Winner 140 donating all vouchers. and Richard Gammie Nett runner up 151. A reminder to our locals, every Thursday night from 5 30 Well done gentlemen for flying the flag high for Mystic is Bowls Night. All welcome. Beginners tuition is given Sands Golf Club by local champions. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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Paluma was certainly in the clouds for many days during July. On some days, the cloud mist did not lift, making the village look mysterious and ethereal and especially eerie once darkness fell. Little animals scurried unseen and the calls of night birds seemed slightly muffled in the mist. It was a very unpleasant adventure however, to drive up the Range at night with darkness and heavy cloud obscuring the road. Next time I go to town I’ll make sure I leave well before dark! Miraculously the cloud lifted and the rain stopped for the weekend of 17th-18th July: the weekend of the iconic Mountain Bike Race, the Paluma Push, and everything was bathed in sunlight. The Push is an annual highlight, when hundreds of people descend on (or should it be, ascend to, Paluma for this popular cycle race. This year, the Push celebrated its twentieth year and the organisers, Sam Stedman and Aline Herzog from Outer Limits Adventure and many volunteers, made sure it was a memorable and highly successful occasion.
residents rode; Jill Meads and Ian Anderson. Congratulations to Jill who rode 42km and came in fourth for her age group. The winners of the 70km category, usually the main event, were Ethan Weiss and Anne Beck who took out the Mozzie and Haydn Tilley Memorial Trophy. Happily, despite the treacherous track, there were no casualties during the race. Congratulations to the organisers and volunteers for making this event such a resounding success. For details of winners and photos of the event, please look at the Paluma Push website. Satin Bower-birds are active throughout Paluma gardens, constructing their courtship bowers: open topped arches of sticks and twigs with an array of blue items on the surrounding ground. A bower in my neighbour’s garden had an amazing collection of blue objects – lolly wrappers, clothes pegs, bottle tops, plastic strips and a few berries but they didn’t last long. Other birds plundered the lot to decorate their own bowers. Many birds are active at present, amid the foliage of trees and foraging on the ground and birdwatchers are making the most of it. An unusual boatbill, seldom seen in Paluma was spotted by one keen photographer recently. To acknowledge the decommissioning of HMAS Paluma, the village is to welcome crew on 7th August as they parade through the village and are accorded ‘freedom of the city’. The Navy last paraded here in 1989. A report of this event will be given in the September issue of Rolly Rag. A reminder that our History Display is open every Tuesday between 11.00 and 1.00 pm at the Community Hall. Entry is free and visitors are invited to come and browse and enjoy coffee, tea, cake and a chat. Look us up on the website https://paluma.org Keep safe, keep well. Colwyn Campbell
This year, the event was held over two days and the route was extended to 100km: a very arduous course from the village to Hidden Valley camping ground, via Lake Paluma with some very challenging and rough country to negotiate, including cattle pads, goat tracks and creek crossings. Competitors and spectators thronged at the Village Green to see the start of the race: there were 600 riders and many hundreds of spectators. The atmosphere was like a carnival, with music playing in the background and the buzz of excited happy voices. Later, hundreds gathered at the camping ground to welcome the riders in. Three hundred or so people were camped at the site for the weekend and again the atmosphere was festive. A huge bonfire blazed, greatly appreciated by the revellers as the temperature dropped rapidly after sunset. Food stalls ran a thriving trade (as did the Bar, run by the PDCA), an eight-piece band, ‘Shots Fired’ from Townsville, played a popular mix of light music to which people sang and danced and the partying went on well into the night.
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There were four categories in the race: 100km, 70km, 53km and 42 km and a special category for the e-bikes. Two Paluma Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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ROLLINGSTONE RSL Rollingstone RSL continues to operate as we usually do, providing member’s welfare and community engagement. We will conduct a Vietnam Veteran’s Commemoration Service on 18th August (Wednesday) at the Balgal Beach Memorial. The service will commence at 10.00 am and will be followed by fellowship at the home of Rollingstone RSL; Mystic Sands Golf Resort. All are welcome.
Recently of course, like everybody else, we had a lock down which prevented our usual activities on Friday nights for a couple of weeks. Thankfully we are over that, and on Friday night we were back in full swing with the raffles and the goose club. How about those geese exploit photos that appear on the Rollingstone and Balgal face book pages! I regret that comment leads me to news I am sorry to have to share; our Secretary Suzi will complete her term by the time you read this article. Suzi has been a wonderful Secretary of the RSL for just over two years.
Well, what a surprise. We have road works on Balgal Beach Road so the speed limit has been reduced and the speeding cars have lessened considerably. This has had a good affect on the carnage on our road, less vehicle hits to native animals. Why can’t this happen all the time?? It is the time of year when the animals are out and about. Echidnas for example, are looking for a mate so are busy moving from place to place, upsetting dogs and not caring one bit. They are zoned for one thing only so give them a break and let them pass through your property unmolested.
Her time has included the most dramatic events including Covid in our short history of 21 years. Suzi leaves her post with the best wishes of the members and their regrets. Suzi has been simply inspirational in the conduct of her duties and support of the RSL. Fortunately, we don’t lose Suzi from the organisation, just her role as Secretary. Suzi has enjoyed her participation in the Friday nights at the Golf club and will continue to appear on the roster. Thank you, Suzi, from the bottom of our hearts for your achievements and support to the RSL. How to recover? The Rollingstone RSL will continue to operate, we will find a new identity. If you would like to support the RSL on the Committee or volunteer on Friday nights or assist us with commemorative activities please contact the President or a committee member at any time and have a chat. Our contact details are in the Rag of course. I would like to thank our supporters from our community including the team at Mystic Sands Golf Club, without all your support our endeavours would be much more difficult to achieve. Ewan Cameron, President
walking down the beach one perfect morning when she saw something in the shallows. On closer inspection she saw it was a young wallaby near dead in the water. She wrapped it in her shirt and managed to contact Christine, a local wildlife carer, who drove around to collect the poor half drowned animal. Working on drying the wallaby to brush off the wet sand, it was lightly sedated to allow it to recover. It was given electrolytes to hydrate and combat any salt water and then left to warm up. Close to 4 hours later, being monitored all the time, he was ready to be released back out into the scrub. He took off like a rocket. A job well done. Thanks to all concerned in his recovery. NO thanks to the dog owners who let their dogs run free on the beach. Cheers, Gaye
Dogs off-leash are a royal pain in the butt for everyone. If you have a dog(s) keep them in your yard, they should not be free to roam as pleased. Not only do they chase and attack native animals they also chase and attack domestic pets, cause havoc on roads and are complete menaces on our beaches. Last week, one of our locals became a Wildlife Warrior when she helped save one of our agile wallabies. Di was Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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ROLLINGSTONE PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL Mark your calendars! It’s on!! 9am at Pace Park, Rollingstone, Saturday, September 11th. Entry is free. Get ready for a a great day out with the whole family! Starting at 9;30am with a street parade beginning at the Medical Centre then travelling down Mystic Av and then left onto Community Crescent and onto Pace Park. Everyone is welcome to participate in a fabulous fun time! Decorate a golf buggy, a bicycle, a trailer, the ute, granny's mobility scooter, ride -on lawnmower, the tractor or even the kids. Let us see your fun creations! A masked pineapple would be a hit! Come on...jump out of the comfort zone and join in! If you want more details please email John Holiday, our Parade Marshall, at; john09255@gmail.com Kids Corner is designed for 2-year-olds to 12-year-olds, and is totally free, from 10am to 4pm! This year we are planning on having laughing clowns, fairy floss, face painting, water ground-slide (so a towel and dry clothes is a must), and hopefully, either a jumping castle or Timmy the Train, whose owner is away on the show circuit at this time. The kids can also meet Pineapple Pete, who will be walking around the area greeting everyone! We also have swings and a playground on site. Each year we have many and various, Market Stalls where there you can pick up some incredible homemade treasures! There are also a different range of food stalls available if you don't feel like bring a picnic lunch! If you have a product you would like to sell and would like to join in, please contact Rhonda at schwarzee1959@gmail.com.
Please inform Rhonda of your product, so she can let you know if there are spaces free. You will need a current Stall Holders Insurance Policy, your own 3x3 Gazebo, table & chair, and provide hand sanitiser at your stall. No electricity is provided. Stallholders set up early, ready to start trading at 9am.Stallholders only can enter the Park from Community Crescent. The Rollingstone Lions Club also run a bar and hot food stall, with the yummiest of hamburgers! Alcohol will be on sale at the Lions Bar. No personal alcohol being brought in, please. We will also have a gold coin collection going to support a local charity or a local support group. The Festival Committee has a Memorabilia Stall for all things Pineapple run by the lovely Sue, who has put together a Recipe Book with heaps of pineapple recipes. The book also features a history of the Rollingstone area, which is worthwhile reading! Each year the Festival has displays from other community groups and the Australian Army. We have classic cars and tractors, the Thuringowa Pipe Band, and the 3 Cav RAR bring vehicles for the community to check out and often join in the games. The games include; Tug-Of-War, a Pineapple Throw, a Tractor Pull, and a Pineapple de-topping Competition. Feeling adventurous? You can join in as well! Our pineapples and other fruit and veg are local farm products. The farmers and Paradise Pines Packing are one of our major sponsors for the Festival. This year's harvest will be a great one, and the pines are lovely, so make sure you bring a nice big bag and buy heaps of pines! See you all there! For up to date information follow us on Facebook at: https:// www.facebook.com/rollingstonefestival
We will be following Q Health directives: We will have hand sanitiser on hand. Face masks are not mandatory but advisable. Social Distancing is expected. All visitors are required to use the Check In Qld phone app. The Check-In notices will be displayed at each entrance, and around the grounds. Mystic Avenue between Community Crescent and Mystic Sands Golf Resort, will be CLOSED between 9.00am10.00am Parking: Available on Balgal Beach Road, parking attendants will be on site. Please follow directions. There will be some parking available on Community Cres. Parking is not available at the RTC/Community Centre. It is reserved for staff, dignitaries and disabled drivers. Security guards will be in attendance. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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Hello Rolly Rag Readers, The last Rolly Rag edition covered off on weapons and this one aims (no pun intended) to fire off a couple more points! In recent weeks we have been conducting some random audits of weapons licence holders in the area. Some had never been done before. It’s been interesting to see that some had incorrect details recorded relating to serial numbers of the weapons in their possession. It’s a pretty easy error to make, it may be that a letter A was put into the serial number instead of the number 4. As I say, it’s an easy error to make and fortunately even easier to correct, and that what these audits are about. We have also been turning up some “unregistered” firearms in the process of these audits. Just because a weapon is unregistered does not mean that it will be taken from you and destroyed. If you possess a weapons licence and you have an unregistered weapon or two which have sentimental value, declare them. On the occasions these weapons
were located during these routine audits we have been able to negotiate a process where the person was able to have a permit to acquire listed for the weapon, effectively making it legal. So the message is simple, don’t hide weapons. If they come to our attention in dubious circumstances the QPS can do nothing else but commence proceedings and in all likelihood you will have all your weapons confiscated and weapons licence cancelled. If you don’t believe me contact a local firearms dealer and explain that you have an unregistered weapon that you want to get put onto your weapons licence. They can take possession of it for safe keeping and then arrange a permit to acquire to be issued and they broker the deal when that permit is issued. Likewise if you don’t have a weapons licence. Surrender it for safe keeping, make application for a weapons licence at an authorised Post Office, then once that is issued re-attend the dealer and get a permit to acquire and follow that process.
Every single day I see emails come out that a bunch of weapons have been stolen from urban and rural settings. Every single day. Many of the offenders are family members who steal their elderly relatives weapons and swap them for drugs. Drug dealers and other scum bags use these stolen firearms to commit crime. Ask yourself, do you need to have over two weapons in your possession? When was the last time you actually used the weapons? Is it worth the hassle of keeping the weapons, is it worth the expense? When did you even use them last? If you come to the conclusion that you no longer actually want them, need them, or they are not worth the hassle hand them in! And yes, if you want to hand in an unregistered weapon you will not be charged! Thanks all, Tony Jacobs OIC Police Rollingstone Jacobs.anthonyr@police.qld.gov.au
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ROLLINGSTONE STATE SCHOOL Hi Community We are back for Term 3, rested from our holidays, well the students anyway! Time just rolls on in our lovely little area. I have to say I’m really enjoying living here, enjoying the beach and loving that I’m able to escape the hustle and bustle of Townsville. We have a wonderful community and I’m very thankful and proud of our little school. We have had a number of people in the school lately, whether doing maintenance, coaching students or supporting teachers, but they have all commented on how happy and relaxed our students seem. “Your students are smiling, they all say hello, they are all playing together.” This is Rollingstone State School and the joys of a small school! Although approximately 50km from Townsville, which seems quite close as I know many of us drive to Townsville everyday, we can also become isolated from other schools. So that became our goal, not only to try and connect more with our local community but also get out and about with other schools to give our students more opportunities.
NAIDOC CELEBRATIONS: Mr Jackson hit the starter and the big SunBus roared to life. Sixty-seven excited students plus staff jumped on the bus ready for an afternoon with Bluewater State School and Northern Beaches State High School for some fun activities to celebrate NAIDOC Week. All students participated in Indigenous art activities, traditional games and sports, dancing and many fun actives that were organised by the high school students. We then ate lunch and had an opportunity to play and socialise with other students before returning. It was a great day! To build on this, four of our senior students who will be attending Northern Beaches State High School next year were invited to represent Rollingstone at a Kup Murri at Northern Beaches State High School. The food was delicious! Fish Curry, Sop Sop, corned meat, pork and roo were all cooked in the traditional way for everyone to taste. Miss Merissa and myself didn’t eat breakfast in anticipation of the event, and we certainly weren’t Can’t find Mr Stallman, he must be up for 2nd’s or probably a 3rd disappointed.
Andrew Stallman, Principal ROLLINGSTONE STATE SCHOOL is looking for donations of every day materials for the students to create, build, experiment and play with at Rollingstone State School. We are asking you to have a look around your house and yard for any unused objects that the children could use outdoors. We only ask that these items are not sharp (including broken) or treated with toxic chemicals. They will be used in the sandpit most of the time so tough things like pots, pans and other kitchen items will be greatly appreciated. These items will help the children use their creativity and imaginations in endless ways. Please drop your items to the school house yard. Thank you in advance for your contribution. Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
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OUR ROLLY SPORTS CARNIVAL: Chants and screams could be heard across the community oval as our two teams, ‘Crows’ and ‘Cranes’ battled it out from the sideline while cheering the runners on. The competition was fierce, especially in the under school age race where the little ones raced their parents in a 60m dash. Parents and community members kicked back under the shady trees enjoying the events, while Jodie from playgroup, Miss Fitzy and Chappy played games and kept the younger children active with fun games.
Once again, Dowie and the Lions came to our rescue with opening the Lions Den for our P&C to use for yummy burgers and chips and fresh local fruit. A large part of the day was taken up with field events of long jump, high jump, shot put and of course the fun novelty events. We had some wonderful helpers from Northern Beaches High School who are part of their sporting excellence program, who were out with the students supporting them in each event. The team relay was a highlight. Who would win?
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Both teams tussled for the lead and when Chappy dropped the baton, the Cranes thought they were done. But a little star, not yet old enough for school, named Theo, flew down the track to catchup it became neck and neck. In the end, Cranes were the relay champs. Tunnel ball, Leader Ball and under and over was the final event. These events used to be highlights when I was young. Both the parent team and Northern Beaches showed some true form in these events, but the students are determined to challenge them again next year. In the end, there can only be one winner and Crows were crowned victorious. It was a fantastic way to end the term and I would like to once again thank everyone for helping and supporting such a fantastic event. Andrew Stallman, Principal
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Office of Nick Dametto MP Member for Hinchinbrook Visit: 86-92 Herbert Street, Ingham QLD 4850 P: 07 4765 4700 | F: 07 4765 4709 |E: hinchinbrook@parliament.qld.gov.au
Dametto shines a light on road safety After a spate of road incidents, I have written to Transport and Main Roads Minister, Mark Bailey to suggest a public communication campaign for motorists to use their hazards lights when stationary on highways. Recently, two young men and a woman tragically lost their lives in a double incident on the Bruce Highway. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the families. I also know of two accidents between El Arish and Tully where a vehicle has run into cars pulled up at roadworks. Since the devastating double incident on the Bruce Highway, many constituents have contacted my office, expressing their concerns and suggesting an education campaign to encourage motorists to put their hazard lights on when at a standstill on the highway. North Queensland’s Highways and Main Roads are experiencing many roadworks, which can be dangerous. My recommendation is to encourage road users to utilise hazard lights when stationary at roadworks and increase advisory signs.
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I am calling on the Government to fund a state wide campaign that will educate Queensland road users on the importance of utilising hazard lights. The campaign will encourage drivers to think about their surroundings and make themselves more visible when in hazardous situations. This would not require a change of legislation; it would be a simple and cost-effective campaign which could be promoted through television advertisements and social media. This campaign will be a step in the right direction to encourage road users to take precautions when driving. We do not have to wait for the Government to become involved we can all start changing our driving habits and thinking about road safety every time we get behind the wheel.
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Group Leader
Rob Wilson........................................ 0418 194 876
Rollingstone State School Principal:
Andrew Stallman ................................... 47707 313
Rollingstone state school P & C Assoc. President:
Annie O’Brien………………………………… 0418252450
Email : Rollysspandc@gmail.com Mutarnee State School Principal:
Michael Blake ........................................ 47708 131
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1st. Vice President, Sarah Swan................................... 0439492351 Secretary, TBA .................................................................. TBA Email: ..................................................paluma1932@gmail.com Treasurer, Wilfred Karnoll .............................................. 47788 441 Rollingstone RSL President, Ewan Cameron ........................................... 0417719043 Email: ..................................... secretary@rollingstonerslqld.net.au Rollingstone & District Lions Club President, John Holliday .............................................. 0414808483 Rollingstone & District Seniors Inc. President, Wendy Clark ............................................... 0418654242 Secretary, Kerrie Cochrane .......................................... 0412492861 Toomulla Community Association President, Rhonda Schwarz ............................................ 47707 813
Animal Contact Numbers Animal Refuge ................................................................ 47745 130 Animal Ambulance (after hours) .................................... 47745 130 RSPCA Inspection ............................................................ 47744 714 Straying Stock ................................................................. 47738 411 National Parks & Wildlife Service ................................... 47212 399 N.Q. Wildlife Care Group ............................................. 0414717374 Bird Rescue .............................................. 47707 356 / 0412965535 Margaret Preston (Vet) ......................................TXT 0403262212 Livestock on highway—REPORT TO ................................... 13 19 40
Justices Of The Peace .................................................................... Chris Martin, Community Centre, M-F 8am-4pm ......... 47707 855 33
Rollingstone General Store 6.30am to 6pm every day 21 Rollingstone Street, North Queensland 4816 Rosco, Olga, Nessie & Eamon
Cheap petrol, diesel, oil and car products Gas cylinder refills Newspapers and magazines Gift cards and stationery Milk and fresh bread Pet food and bones Ice-cream Cold soft drinks, iced tea, flavoured milk Hot pies and sausage rolls Groceries and small goods
POST OFFICE
FRESH COFFEE
Pay bills (rego, phone, power etc) Phone credit (all networks) Post parcels and letters PARCEL COLLECTION ONLY BETWEEN 9.00AM AND 5PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY
Barista quality Bounce coffee Latte, cappuccino, caramel, skinny, etc. Try our chocolate muffins
FRESH FUIT AND VEGIES
NEED HARDWARE?
Lots of new stock on display.
Potatoes Onions Tomatoes
Eggs Bananas Pineapples
Plus Extensive range of Frozen Vegetables
FRESH MEAT IN CRYOVAC PAKS Going Fishing? We stock tackle, lines, lures,
BAIT for local conditions
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AUGUST 2021 Sunday 1 7.30am Mass @ Hall
Monday 2 9am Line dancing 12.30 Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC
Tuesday 3 11am-1pm Paluma Historic Photos @ Paluma Community Hall (every Tuesday)
Wednesday
Thursday
4 9am Indoor Bowls
5 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping
5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group
9am Cards (in Community) 9.30am Playgroup at Hall
Friday
Saturday
6 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class
7 8am BALGAL BEACH MARKETS
5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club@ Mystic Sands Golf Resort
9am-12.30 SENIORS PLANT DISPLAY DROP BY— GOLD COIN DONATION 9-12noon Op Shop
8 7.30am Mass at Hall 5.30PM BBBaLC AGM & BBQ @ THE HALL
9 9am Line dancing at Hall 12.30pm Cards @ Hall 7 pm AA Meeting at RTC
10 11am-1pm Paluma Historic Photos @ Paluma Community Hall 1.30pm Craft afternoon @ Hall
5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group 6.45pm SES training 18 9am Indoor Bowls
16 9 am Line dancing
Markets BusTrip
12.30 Cards @ Hall
17 11am-1pm Paluma Historic Photos @ Paluma Community Hall
7 pm AA Meeting at RTC
2pm Boardgames @ Hall
22 9 am Line dancing
11.30am MOBILE LIBRARY
Lion’s Business Meeting @ Lion’s Den 15 7.30am Mass at Hal
22 7.30am Mass at Hall
11 9am Indoor Bowls
12.30pm Cards @ Hall
24 11am-1pm Paluma Historic Photos @ Paluma Community Hall
7 pm AA Meeting at RTC
Lion’s Dinner Meeting @ Lion’s Den
5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group
12 8am-3 pm Community Bus Shopping 9am Cards (in Community) 9am Peta Hairdresser @ RTC
19 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping 9am VET at Hall 9am Cards (in Community
30 9 am Line dancing
(TBC) Acrylic Painting Workshop
12.30pm Cards @ Hall
31 11am-1pm Paluma Historic Photos @ Paluma Community Hall
5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club@ Mystic Sands Golf Resort
25 9am Indoor Bowls 11.30 MOBILE LIBRARY
26 8am-3pm Community Bus Shopping
20 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class 5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club@ Mystic Sands Golf Resort
21 Project Outback Dental at Balgal Beach Medical Centre 9-12noon Op Shop
9.30am Playgroup at Hall
9am Cards (in Community) 9.30am Playgroup at Hall
27 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class 5.15pm RSL Meat Tray, Raffles & Goose Club@ Mystic Sands Golf Resort
28 9am—4pm Natalie & Robert Pace’s Open Garden Day Cancer Council Fundraising Event
6.00pm FLF&SC AGM & BBQ @ The Landing.
6.45pm SES training 29 7.30am Mass at Hall
14 12.30pm BINGO AT THE HALL
9.30am Playgroup at Hall
10am Vietnam Vets Commemoration Services @ BB Cenotaph
5-6pm Your Pace or Mine Walking Group
13 8am Entire Wellbeing Weight Circuit Class
SEPTEMBER 11th Rollingstone Pineeapple Festival 16th Rollingstone & District AGM
7 pm AA Meeting at RTC
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JULY OUT AND ABOUT
CAR BOOT SALE
17 July
JUST FOR FUN—Amazing Orchids!
White Egret (Habenaria Radiata)
The Darth Vader (Aristolochia Salvadorensis)
Flying Duck Orchid (Caleana Major)
Isn’t Nature Amazing! Rollingstone Rag, August 2021
Early July, Stephen Pace was presented The Col Scott Award at the 2021 Pineapple Field Days, this award remembers an industry great and celebrates the recipients outstanding service to the Pineapple Industry. For the best part of the last 10 years, Stephen has been Chairman of the Australian Pineapples industry group, helping to steer Research and Development, Marketing Strategies, Disease and Pest Control response, Staffing solutions and many other initiatives for the industry. Congratulations Stephen!
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